How to choose your running backpack | Salomon How-To

Whether you run on the road or the trail, a running backpack can make any distance you choose a whole lot more enjoyable. This video will help you choose the running pack best suited to your personal needs.

Our running ambassador, Dominique Granger, explains that the best backpack is based on the length of your runs, how much capacity you need, what kind of hydration system you prefer, how many pockets you want, and freedom of movement. Think through all these factors in order to find the best pack for your specific needs.

If you’re going out for a short run then a simple flask system might be sufficient. But for runs longer than an hour you’ll want something more advanced. Today there are many options from ultra-light, highly technical models specifically designed for trail running to comfortable, multi-purpose backpacks that can be used for all your outdoor activities. The choice is yours. It’s time to play.

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[hakonandrehalvorsen]

Picking the right size should also be dependent on where you run, and in what weather, not only how long you run (distance or time). Particularly mountain runners should have enough space for a light jacket, even if the run is short. If the weather is exeptional then maybe a jacket is unnecessary. Personally i own a 12L pack, and use it for everything. I can always just not bring equipment i dont need.

[bfedits]

what a great video. I smiled several times while watching. It was very informative and quick to the point.

[marilynnguyen]

This is a perfect video’s thank you !!

[TheOtherAsian]

Just bought a Salomon trailblazer 10l for my run commute to work. It can nicely fit my 14inch laptop 👍🏽

[TwoGetLost]

Interesting video, thanks for sharing

[GerdGuchl]

Wouldnt only look how long someone is out on the trails! For me i often want to have a lil breakfast on top, with a klean kanteen bottle and some glasses i want to watch through.... for this you have to go with a 12l, the zipper on the outside for the big pockets comes in handy.... can everyone recommend the advanced skin 12 - happy with it!

[mejulesyap]

Just ordered a Salomon Agile 2 for quick trail & city exploration runs

[ninjastellar]

Hydration packs like these are one of the best inventions for runners and other athletes. Salomon in particular, very light but also endurant. It's important to know that you will carry extra weight and anything beyond half a litre can affect your speed, strength and agility so, throw some training sessions in your schedule but with the backpack on, even if you don't need it. Or just jump around the house with it 😊

[TheFoundersofJoy]

Awesome vid! Motivation for my content. Peace!

[OnceUponaSaga]

Great short overview. I love my 12l adv skin. Absolutely essential for the ultra distances! :)
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[MS_]

I wold really like to see a video about the Salomon XT 15 backpack. And one question: What size of water bladder fits in it? I can not find this information on the Salomon website. But I just bougt a XT15 Backpack :-).

[jeszyandrew]

Why salomon is not available in chennai?

[peter_smyth]

I don't think duration is a very good measurement to use for pack size. A long flat run without high temperatures or a chance of rain wouldn't require much, but even a 2 h run on exposed hillside could require more equipment (water, jacket, emergency stuff).

[blom]

I’m gonna buy all mentioned in this video, from another brand 😂 just kidding

[raymondfoo]

The video basically says, whatever you choose, choose from Salomon. I want to shout out to my Government, Salomon says I have no excuse to not going out for a run since I have got hydration vest with everything (despite the RMO).